Recipes

It’s Blueberry Season!  Blueberry Almond Overnight Oats

June 29, 2016 by Kristy Del Coro, Senior Culinary Nutritionist

Kristy shares her recipe for Blueberry Almond Overnight Oats - the perfect breakfast to enjoy this time of year as blueberries are coming into season.

It’s Blueberry Season!  Blueberry Almond Overnight Oats

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Sweet Potatoes - Not Just for Baking!

June 23, 2016 by Erica Lowenkron, Dietetic Intern

SPE intern Erica Lowenkron tasted and reviewed the new sweet potato toast trend. Read more for the results and the nutrition information.

Sweet Potatoes - Not Just for Baking!

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How Much Added Sugar Is In Your Breakfast?

June 14, 2016 by Erica Lowenkron, Dietetic Intern

In the next few years, Nutrition Facts Labels will need to break out added sugar. SPE intern Erica Lowenkron looked into what that might mean for some typical breakfast items to help us understand just how much of the sugar you see on the current label may be added.

How Much Added Sugar Is In Your Breakfast?

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News Commentary

All Natural - What does it even mean?

June 7, 2016 by Allison Aaron, Sr. Culinary Nutritionist

If you are confused about what it means to be "all natural" you are not alone! Our Culinary Nutritionist, Allison Aaron is going to explain why that is and what is being done to try and rectify that.

All Natural - What does it even mean?

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Chinese-style Breakfast-in-a-Mug

June 6, 2016 by Brenda Wong, Dietetic Intern

Dietetic Intern Brenda Wong thinks out of the box, and into the mug, with her take on a Chinese-style breakfast-in-a-mug.

Chinese-style Breakfast-in-a-Mug

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Know More About Your Microbiome

May 18, 2016 by Charles Brewster Jr., Dietetic Intern

Our dietetic intern Charles Brewster, Jr. visited “The Secret World Inside You,” an exhibit at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City and shares some of what he learned from this fascinating exhibit.

Know More About Your Microbiome

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Health Apps: Are They Worth the Download?

May 16, 2016 by Brenda Wong, Dietetic Intern

After spending time with 5 health and fitness apps, dietetic intern Brenda Wong shares her experiences with each to help you decide if they're worth the download.

Health Apps: Are They Worth the Download?

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The Importance of Vitamin D

May 12, 2016 by Charles Brewster Jr., Dietetic Intern

Vitamin D, a.k.a. the sunshine vitamin, impacts our health in a myriad of ways. Dietetic intern Charles Brewster helps clear up some confusion over what it is and discusses the debate over how much we need.

The Importance of Vitamin D

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A Dietitian’s Tour of Cuba

April 27, 2016 by Allison Aaron, Sr. Culinary Nutritionist

SPE's Culinary Nutritionist Allison Aaron recently had the opportunity to travel to Cuba for an experience dedicated to sustainable agriculture and wellness. In this blog, she put some of the recent news about Cuba in perspective with what she learned and saw while there.

A Dietitian’s Tour of Cuba

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Recipes

Recipe: Savory Oatmeal with Kale, Mushrooms and Pecans

April 7, 2016 by Julianka Bell, Dietetic Intern

Dietetic Intern Julianka Bell takes your morning oatmeal in savory direction. The result is delicious, nutritious and satisfying!

Recipe: Savory Oatmeal with Kale, Mushrooms and Pecans

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